Take it vs. put it

[sinus]

English Language Proficiency Tests, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #28 "Mistaken Identity", question 7

Interviewer: I think there must be a mistake, I ..........

(a) put it you're Mr Johnson
(b) take it you're Mr Johnson
(c) place it you're Mr Johnson
(d) try it you're Mr Johnson

English Language Proficiency Tests, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #28 "Mistaken Identity", answer 7

Interviewer: I think there must be a mistake, I take it you're Mr Johnson.

Correct answer: (b) take it you're Mr Johnson
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i put it you're Mr Johnson?please explain it to me

[Alan]

Hi,

I take it is needed here because this means I assume or I take it to be correct that.

Alan
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